China
People's Republic gold Proof "Chinese Grottoes Art" 2000 Yuan (5 oz) 2001 Gem Cameo Proof, KM1392. Mintage of 288 pieces. Reproducing a cave painting from the Mogao Grottoes that dates to 642 AD, this superb and rare issue exhibits a remarkable strike with dramatic cameo contrast, the coin itself still sealed in the mint vinyl. This lot includes the case of issue and COA #26.
Estimate: 40000-50000 USD